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Evan vs Brody

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Evan

Boy #143 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Welsh form of John

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#143
Total SSA Count
2,526
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Brody

Boy #224 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"muddy place, ditch"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#224
Total SSA Count
1,608
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Evan Rank #143
Brody Rank #224

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 vs #224 for Brody.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Evan or Brody more popular?

Evan is more popular, ranked #143 compared to Brody at #224 in the United States.

What do Evan and Brody mean?

Evan means "God is gracious" (Welsh form of John origin). Brody means "muddy place, ditch" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are Evan and Brody boy or girl names?

Evan is primarily a boy name. Brody is primarily a boy name.

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